Bilge Pump -Auto or???

dixon5553

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Anyone know if a 2004 205 Sundowner has an automatic bilge pump, I believe it does but I don't see any mention of this in the Owner's Manual - thanks
 

Stinnett21

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It's beneath your engine. Stick your phone down in there and video to get name/numbers, etc.
 

tpenfield

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Automatic in the sense that it has a float switch to turn the pump on as needed . . . Yes, most/all boats have them. What is the nature of your question?
 

mr 88

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Your bilge switch should be 3 way if installed by factory , off , on and automatic. Locate pump and look for float switch that should be very close to it . Some pumps don't have float switches , they are internal or have a water sensor in them ( dislike that style ,constantly running ) . Usually they are smaller volume pumps .
 

cyclops222

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Is it colored RED, WHITE and BLUE ? Might be a Rule Computer controlled pump. They normally have 3 wires coming out. Computer dies after 2 summers of use. Faster if winterised with battery still connected.
 
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